Weird Studies Episode 185: Intuition and Reality: The Wedge, Part One
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Feb 26, 2025 Dive into the intriguing concept of 'The Wedge,' which contrasts subjective experiences with objective realities. Explore how intuition and intellectualism shape our perceptions, enriched through metaphors like crows vocalizing. The conversation also wanders into the realm of dreams, connecting vivid narratives to artistic insights. Discover the delicate balance between rational discourse and intuitive creativity, revealing how dialogues can reflect the essence of art itself.
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Lynch's Closet
- Phil Ford dreamt of David Lynch revealing a key element in his films.
- Every film has a "closet" containing secrets, mirroring reality's hidden aspects.
Lynch's Reality
- David Lynch's work explores reality, including non-human intelligences, beyond metaphors.
- He acknowledges the existence of unknown things and the feelings they evoke, as revealed in a 1999 interview.
Other Minds
- Phil Ford and Nathan Seckinger discussed solipsism and other minds.
- Ford argues that experiencing another's first-person perspective is not intellectual inference but direct intuition.
